3505.1 This section applies to allocation of pre-K enhancement and expansion funding through a competitive grant process.

3505.2 For each competitive grant cycle, OSSE shall make available a request for funding application (RFA).

3505.3 To be eligible to apply for a grant, an applicant shall:

(a) Be a CBO;

(b) Provide all assurances required in the RFA, and

(c) Meet any other requirements set forth in the RFA.

3505.4 The maximum funding available for a pre-K grant for each competitive grant cycle shall be specified in the RFA.

3505.5 A pre-K grant shall be used only to assist eligible pre-K programs in maintaining the high quality standards and program requirements.

3505.6 Grants awarded through the pre-K funding shall supplement, not supplant, any federal, local, or other funds received by a CBO providing education programs for pre-K age children in the District.

3505.7 OSSE reserves the authority to define the terms of pre-K grants in the RFA for each pre-K grant competition.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking at 63 DCR 1251 (February 5, 2016).